Quincy Pondexter to be Honorary Duckmaster

Grizz, the Grizz Girls and the Claw Crew to make an appearance at Thursday’s Peabody Rooftop Party

MEMPHIS, April 17, 2013– Memphis Grizzlies forward Quincy Pondexter will be named Honorary Duckmaster April 18 at The Peabody Hotel (149 Union Ave. Memphis, 38103). Pondexter will assist Duckmaster Anthony Petrina in marching the Peabody Ducks from the Lobby Fountain to their rooftop Duck Palace during the afternoon Duck March at 5 p.m. The Peabody Duck March is a time-honored tradition in Memphis dating back to 1933 and witnessed by thousands of visitors every year. Media is encouraged to arrive by 4:45 p.m.

Later on in the evening, Grizz, the Grizz Girls and the Claw Crew will be on-hand at the Peabody Rooftop Party to give out playoff posters, T-shirts and headbands beginning at 7:30 p.m. Media is invited to attend both events.

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